mettle

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While that may be unfashionable in today’s world of prediction markets, cryptocurrencies, and highflying artificial-intelligence bets, Vanguard Wellington has long proven its mettle and is likely to keep doing so.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Six Nations debutant Murray then sniped over for Ireland's bonus score, but the home side's mettle was tested again when Darge capped an excellent Scotland attack to bring the visitors back to within five points.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

Professional-services firm EY tested its mettle in predicting future behavior, asking it to replicate a global, yearlong survey of 3,600 high-net-worth investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Members no longer need to hold the floor and talk nonstop, testing not just the power of their argument but their physical mettle and bladder control.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

“Do not test my mettle, dastardly villain!” warned Major Puff.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el